California Half Ironman - Triathlon1/2 Ironman

Good swim, my strong discipline. It was over fast. I loved the last 300 to 400 yards with a current pulling us into transition. I was surprised at how congested the entire swim was. Either I can't swim straight or a lot of other people can't. The coldest water I have ever swam in. Great Experience.

Go faster, push harder.

I was freezing. I had some advice from a coach that was a quote from John Wooden. Be quick but don't hurry. I was not to concerned with my speed through this transition. Next race I will speed it up.

calm down more, stay relaxed

My first half-ironman and only the second time i had ridden 56 miles. I was satisfied with my time. The wind came up towards the end making the last 8-10 miles almost unbearable. I need to find a bigger bladder. I stopped to urinate twice!!!

Bring warmer gear that can be shedded. Pay closer attention to drafting policy. Got caught drafting before I realized that I was. 4 minute penalty. I hope I did not slow that guy down for too long.

4 minute time-out, had to pee, but they said I had to wait to do it on my own time. My bad

Get my legs better prepared for the running muscles while on bike (spin more)

First 2 miles felt like 10, finally settled into a slow pace. 1st loop was harder than 2nd. On the strand portion of the run many of the spectators turn this day into a party day. I really wanted to stop running and have a beer and sit in a lwan chair. For some reason or other the song "Eye of the tiger" is still playing in my head.

I walked too much through the aid stations, and drank too much water.

Hobbled to the pizza and cookies. a little stretching and a long walk to the car.


Lack of experience in Iron distance. My goal time was 6:30 so I did really well for my first race. I now know that I can push a little harder.